Manufacturer of innovative construction chemicals and flooring systems for tile, stone, and concrete.
The Chemist I works under general supervision to perform accurate formulation and analytical testing according to internal LATICRETE, ANSI, and ASTM procedures. The role develops and conducts complex chemical studies on organic and inorganic formulations, using independent judgment while reporting and analyzing data.
Key responsibilities are divided among design and validation (≈75 % of time), product support (≈15 %), and data analysis/documentation (≈10 %). Design work involves conducting experiments to solve increasingly complex problems, performing competitive testing, maintaining a clean laboratory, and ensuring instrument calibration and safety compliance.
Product support includes evaluating field complaints, assisting operations with product inconsistencies, communicating results across R&D and cross‑functional teams, organizing field trials, and guiding the scale‑up of new products by writing batching formulas and establishing quality‑control parameters.
Data analysis duties require documenting all work using approved methods, processing and interpreting results independently, presenting findings in department meetings and technical presentations, and compiling formal end‑of‑project reports.
The position requires a BA/BS in a physical science (chemistry preferred), with a MS a plus, and laboratory experience is beneficial. Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical abilities, organized and systematic documentation, effective verbal and written communication, self‑starting attitude, multitasking skills, and intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and specialty software. Physical demands include lifting or carrying up to 50 lb, standing and sitting for at least half of the workday, and occasional domestic travel (<10 %).
Employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, life and AD&D insurance, flexible spending accounts, 13 paid holidays plus vacation and sick leave, and a flexible work environment.